Instructions:
1. Caramel Sauce:
- In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves (about 4-5 minutes).
- Increase heat to medium-high and cook until the mixture turns amber (7-8 minutes).
- Add butter (be cautious of bubbling), vanilla, heavy cream, and salt. Stir well, then let cool before transferring to a jar for refrigeration.
2. Fudge:
- In a microwave-safe glass bowl, combine white chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter. Microwave for 90 seconds.
- Stir the mixture and heat for another 15 seconds. Repeat in 15-second intervals if needed until mostly melted.
- Add vanilla extract and chopped pecans. Stir to combine.
- Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray, approximately 1-inch thick.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the fudge and swirl lightly with a knife or spatula.
- Chill until set. Slice into 1-inch squares and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in this easy-to-make 5-Minute White Chocolate Caramel Pecan Fudge. It’s a perfect treat for any occasion and can be prepared in no time at all!
